Contact: Jacob Stewart, Press Secretary
Jacob.Stewart@iga.in.gov
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STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2024) — On Aug. 15, a law sponsored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) establishing safe baby courts for Children In Need of Services (CHINS) three years of age or younger was ceremonially signed by the governor.
"I'm proud to have been the sponsor of this law addressing the difficulties faced by these young children," Koch said. "I hope this new problem-solving court system will help ensure the children and their families have the support they need."
The new law is focused on helping find permanent homes for CHINS, who are often victims of abuse or neglect.
The new problem-solving courts will bring together biological families, foster families, DCS and other concerned parties to ensure decisions in the best interest of the children can be made more quickly.
For more information on bills passed this session, visit iga.in.gov.
Photo caption: State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford, seated right) joins Gov. Eric Holcomb for the ceremonial signing of House Enrolled Act 1101 at the Statehouse Thursday, Aug. 15.
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